Dynamic hallux tension device for treatment of plantar fasciitis

a technology of plantar fasciitis and tension device, which is applied in the field of physical rehabilitation device, can solve the problems of pain in the heel and/or metatarsal region, the static hallux dorsiflexion splint does not allow free, and is normally not a practical solution to plantar fasciitis, so as to improve the night treatment of plantar fasciitis, relieve the tension on the great toe, and control the amount of tension

Active Publication Date: 2016-10-20
ARTHROLOGY DESIGNS LLC
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Benefits of technology

The present invention is a medical device that improves treatment of plantar fasciitis by allowing dynamic tension treatment. Unlike previous splints that secure the great toe in a fixed position or the ankle at a 90 degree angle, the present invention allows for dynamic splinting, which means the patient can control the amount of tension on the great toe by flexing the ankle. This results in improved night treatment of plantar fasciitis and allows for daily use of the splint. The minimal profile of the splint addresses issues with bulk and temperature variations on the foot, making it comfortable to wear and address the pain and disability associated with plantar fasciitis.

Problems solved by technology

The degeneration of the plantar fascia results in heel and / or metatarsal pain during weight bearing activities.
Note that current static hallux dorsiflexion splints do not allow free second through fifth metatarsophalangeal or subtalar joint motion.
All of these issues become critical, because while either form of static splinting is effective, it is normally not a practical solution to plantar fasciitis.
Few patients are compliant with static night splinting rendering these treatments practically ineffective.
Static splinting interferes with the ability to ambulate normally because of static restrictions placed on the mobility of the metatarsophalangeal, tibiotalar, or subtalar joints.
In addition, these splints are too bulky and interfere with normal temperature or moisture exchange at the level of the foot making sleep in these splints very uncomfortable.
Lastly, static splinting results in an uncomfortable burning sensation on the plantar surface of the foot as a result of a static continuous stretch placed on an already inflamed plantar fascia.
The device does not secure the great toe in a fixed position or the ankle at a 90 degree angle.

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[0021]a dynamic tension device is illustrated in FIGS. 1-5 and 7 (medial view of device over the bones of the foot). The device utilizes a hallux sling 1 (FIG. 2), which is a stiff elastic band consisting of a nylon blend, although it is not limited to this material, wrapped around the plantar surface of the hallux 4 (FIG. 2). The second toe may also be included in the hallux sling 1 (FIG. 2).

[0022]The hallux sling 1 (FIG. 2) is secured to the posterior ankle 5 (FIG. 2) via the ankle sling 2 (FIG. 2). The ankle sling 2 (FIG. 2) is another stiff elastic band, which is composed of the same material as the hallux sling 1 (FIG. 2), although it may be composed of a different material. The ankle sling 2 (FIG. 2) is less stiff than the hallux sling 1 (FIG. 2) and is wrapped around the ankle 5 (FIG. 2).

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[0023]the invention includes the first embodiment of the invention, in addition to a sock as shown in FIG. 6. Alternatively, the remainder of the dynamic tension device is filled in with a flexible material 3 (see e.g., FIG. 2), such as a cotton-blend, to mimic a sock, although it may be composed of another flexible material, or the remainder can be left empty based on the desired design and function.

[0024]The operation of the device is illustrated in the following FIGS. 1,3,4,5,6 and 7.

[0025]The device is simple in design. It is composed of a hallux (big toe) sling 1 made of an elastic band and cotton or other similar materials which is secured to itself by a VELCRO® hoop and loop fastener-or other similar material. The hallux sling 1 is in the form of a helix. A hallux sling 1 of the first embodiment of the invention, without a sock, is shown over a foot in FIG. 1.

[0026]A close view of the hallux loop (helix) of the device is shown in FIG. 7. As shown the helix can include a secon...

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Abstract

A physical rehabilitation device for the treatment of a medical condition of the foot known as plantar fasciitis includes a splint which is connected to the toe and ankle of a patient. The splint can be used in a method for treating plantar fasciitis known as “dynamic splinting”. This device allows the patient to bend the ankle and thus dynamically change the flexion in the foot of the patient. The device itself is unique, but the method of treatment made possible by this device is also unique.

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INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE TO ANY PRIORITY APPLICATIONS[0001]Any and all applications for which a foreign or domestic priority claim is identified in the Application Data Sheet as filed with the present application are hereby incorporated by reference under 37 CFR 1.57 and should be considered a part of this specification.BACKGROUND[0002]1. Field[0003]The present invention pertains to medical devices for the treatment of orthopedic injuries, and more particularly relates to a physical rehabilitation device for the treatment of a medical condition of the foot known as plantar fasciitis.[0004]2. Description of the Related Art[0005]The plantar fascia (plantar aponeurosis) is a bowstring that connects the metatarsal heads and the medial border of the calcaneus 9 (see FIG. 2). When taut, this bowstring supports the longitudinal arch of the foot. Because of the insertion of the plantar fascia into the metatarsal heads, when the toes are dorsiflexed the plantar fascia tightens. This phenom...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A61F5/01A61F5/058A61F5/042
CPCA61F5/019A61F5/0585A61F5/0111A61F5/042
Inventor AMANATULLAH, DEREK
Owner ARTHROLOGY DESIGNS LLC
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